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D57 ELO

1987 Mercedes-benz 260

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,053 mi
Last recorded76,053 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 260114,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD57 ELO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model260
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 76,053 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 76,053 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 76,053 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 76,053 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 76,053 miles

nearside rear tyre worn

Fail 24 Nov 2010 76,053 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside rear tyre worn

Pass 30 Nov 2009 76,053 miles

Battery insecure

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 9 Dec 2008 76,053 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 76,053 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 76,053 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 76,053 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 260?

Based on 18,212 MOT tests across 2,579 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
2,796
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 841
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 403
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 361
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D57 ELO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 260 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 114,049 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 260 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D57 ELO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 260 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 260 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D57 ELO?

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What year was D57 ELO registered?

D57 ELO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 260, first registered on 6 January 1987.

Is D57 ELO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D57 ELO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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